Who We Are
Glyde-In Community Learning Centre, 42 Glyde Street, East Fremantle, offers courses, talks and activities that we hope will enrich your enjoyment and knowledge, and foster a healthy community life.
We aim to be a source of learning that doesn't cost the earth, that doesn't need prior knowledge or qualifications, and doesn't ask for a huge commitment of your time. Our courses are non-competitive and informal, including art and craft classes, language classes and computer classes. Tutors are from all walks of life, and we welcome more! Glyde-In is committed to the inclusion and recognition of all members. The premises are wheelchair accessible. The Centre is run by a volunteer Management Committee, and four part-time staff members. We generate much of our funding through membership and course fees, and are also supported by the Town of East Fremantle, who provides our building and and ongoing funding. Glyde-In gratefully acknowledges the support of staff and councillors of East Fremantle Council.
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Enrolments for Term 2 open on Wednesday 17 April from 8.30am in person and from 9am online. Enrolments continue throughout the term either online or through the office.
Membership is required Cost $125, $100 Concession
Learn yoga postures and the art of relaxation. All ages and levels welcome. Suitable for anyone who can move from standing to floor with relative ease. Cost $18, $14 for Members, $11 Concession
Julie will take us on an historical journey, highlighting the events leading up to the opening of Heathcote in 1929, a look at nursing through the decades and the history of mental health services in WA from the time of colonization. Oral histories taken during the writing of the book and spanning 65 years will bring this history to life. Julies book will be available for purchase ($25). Cost $18, $14 for Members, $11 Concession
Good story-telling is at the heart of all effective communication. Not convinced? Then ask yourself why US government agencies such as the Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency are both investing big in story-telling and finding ways to apply the power of stories to impact readers and listeners. So what makes for a good story? What links The Hobbit, Romeo and Juliet and The Thursday Murder Club? They are all great pieces of writing - Alan will explain how we can learn from them and communicate with a reader or listener. Membership is required Cost $80, $64 Concession
4 Fridays: 3 - 24 May, 10am - 12pm
Drawing is the basis of visual art and a direct way of explaining ideas, recording information and expressing the visible world. We will explore observational drawing and use our drawings to investigate others areas such as painting or printmaking as well as pastel. Please bring an A3 cartridge pad, sharpener, eraser and a range of pencils HB to 6B. Beginners and more experienced students are welcome.
Cost $18, $14 for Members, $11 Concession
If you have ever travelled to, worked in or done business with Europe, chances are that you have been subject to European Law. What does this mean? Hajo, a German and Australian lawyer, will - without being too technical - give us an overview of the post WWII legal frameworks that Europe has been built on. He will explore questions such as: Is the EU a country? What are the EU institutions? Which countries have the Euro? What is the Schengen Area? What does it mean to be an EU citizen? Speakers Unlimited The Cockney Artist - the work of William Hogarth (AS10) Thursday, 9-May-2024 Open Cost $18, $14 for Members, $11 Concession
Elton''s entertaining and informative presentation examines Hogarth''s artworks which were inspired by the popular culture of 18th-century London. Hogarth''s art, described as comic history paintings, are a distinctive British contribution to European art in the way they capture the highs and lows of contemporary London life, many carrying a strong moral message against the surrounding vices. Membership is required Cost $60, $48 Concession
Improve your balance and poise, reduce postural pain and find joy in everyday movement. Through the exploration of simple daily movements such as sitting, standing, walking & other regular tasks we''ll be introduced to the principles of the Alexander Technique, a learned skill to improve our coordination, movement and general well-being. We''ll spend some time in the semi supine position on the floor, so wear loose comfortable clothing. Suitable for beginners as well as those wanting to explore the technique further. Sandra has been teaching Alexander Technique for many years, and with WAAPA for the last 8 years. Membership is required Cost $75, $60 Concession
Get your body moving to fabulous sounds of salsa, jazz, pop, classical, African and South American music and leave the stressors of life behind. There are no dance moves to learn, you are free to move and be inspired by the instincts of life. Become more in balance and in harmony with yourself and with a deeper connection to others. Suitable for both ongoing and new participants, regardless of age or ability. Cost $18, $14 for Members, $11 Concession
Author, wildlife photographer, teacher and long-time citizen scientist, David will introduce us to the wonderful biodiversity in invertebrates, the largest group of creatures on land. Among other things, well learn about the vital roles played by macroinvertebrates in our environment as cleaners, pollinators, recyclers, sources of food, prey and predators. Cost $48, $43 for Members, $38 Concession
Bus trip. Rev up your engine, dust off the duco and check out some motoring magnificence at the Motor Museum of WA. With over 200 vehicles, the more permanent collection includes a 1974 Leyland Force 7 Coupe (one of only ten left in the world), a 1912 Model T Ford, a Phantom 6 Rolls Royce and a Torana A9X, the sort of car that Peter Brock used to race. There is also a large display of motorbikes for the two-wheel inclined. The pride of the exhibits is the 2014 Red Bull RB10 racing car owned by Perth Formula One driver, Daniel Ricciardo in which he won his first-ever F1 Grand Prix race. For those not-so-interested in cars, there are plenty of other attractions in Whiteman Park including the Bennet Brook Railway and Caversham Wildlife Park. After 2 hours at Whiteman Park, we will drive to the beautiful Oakover Grounds in the heart of the Swan Valley, to enjoy wine & beer and seasonal food straight from the kitchen (at own expense).
Meet opposite 16 Prinsep Road, Melville at 8.15am for 8.30am departure
Book by 1 May
Cost $35, $30 for Members, $24 Concession
Discover the mesmerising world of Alcohol Inks in this workshop. Learn how to create depth and contrast using a hairdryer technique to make the ink dry in flowing ripples of colour. You will also explore how to use the isopropyl to create gradual fades of colour to give a delicate, soft look to your artwork. You will take home a number of finished pieces elegantly decorated with ripples and fades. Suitable for all skill levels. All materials provided. Wear old clothes and/or an apron Cost $10, $6 for Members, $6 Concession
Maybe you love to play table games with friends, but you find Scrabble, Mahjong or Bridge too hard or too competitive. So, what about joining a group to play those easy board games we loved when we were kids? Games like Snakes and Ladders, Ludo, Chinese Chequers and Dominoes. No scores kept and no prizes; just some easy fun, some good laughs and some memories of the ''good old days'' before games were played on a computer or smartphone. Coming Up...
...Click on an activity below for details or, visit our programme page for a complete list and to enrol into multiple activities.
Date Saturday 27-Apr-2024
10 weeks
Time 8:00am (1 hr, 15 min)
Venue Glyde-In Garden Room
3 places remaining (Open)
Date Monday 29-Apr-2024
Single session
Time 10:00am (1 hr)
Venue Glyde-In Garden Room
(Open)
Date Friday 3-May-2024
Single session
Time 10:00am (1 hr)
Venue Glyde-in back room
(Open)
Date Friday 3-May-2024
4 weeks
Time 10:00am (2 hr)
Venue Glyde-In Garden Room
(Open)
Date Monday 6-May-2024
Single session
Time 10:00am (1 hr, 30 min)
Venue Glyde-In Garden Room
(Open)
Date Thursday 9-May-2024
Single session
Time 9:30am (1 hr, 15 min)
Venue Glyde-In Garden Room
(Open)
Date Thursday 9-May-2024
4 weeks
Time 11:00am (1 hr, 30 min)
Venue Glyde-In Garden Room
(Open)
Date Friday 10-May-2024
5 weeks
Time 10:30am (1 hr, 30 min)
Venue Glyde-in back room
(Open)
Date Tuesday 14-May-2024
Single session
Time 9:00am (1 hr)
Venue Glyde-In Garden Room
(Open)
Date Wednesday 15-May-2024
Single session
Time 8:15am (7 hr, 45 min)
(Open)
Date Saturday 18-May-2024
Single session
Time 1:00pm (3 hr)
Venue Glyde-In Garden Room
3 places remaining (Open)
Date Friday 24-May-2024
Single session
Time 1:00pm (2 hr, 30 min)
Venue Glyde-In Garden Room
(Open)
Glyde-In is grateful for the support of:
Glyde-In is a proud member of:
Linkwest Community Learning & Development 
Adult Learners Week 
WA Council of Social Services